2005 Lada 2123 vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2123 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
